OBN arrests man for trafficking, exploitation of a minor

OKLAHOMA COUNTY, Okla. (KFOR) – According to the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, a man has been arrested in connection to a trafficking and exploitation investigation.

Officials say on April 17, 2025, an investigation by the OBN’s Human Trafficking Unit led to a missing juvenile who was a victim of trafficking. The investigation also identified 26-year-old Derrick Lewis as the suspected trafficker.

“Upon reviewing the evidence and conducting interviews, it was determined Derrick Lewis (a.k.a. ‘King’) had direct involvement in not only the commercial sex trafficking of this missing juvenile but other adult victims as well.” said OBN Spokesman Mark Woodward.

On June 9, a warrant was obtained by OBN Human Trafficking agents for Lewis on charges of Human Trafficking of a Minor, Human Trafficking, Maintaining a House of Prostitution and Child Exploitation.

According to OBN, Lewis was arrested on June 10 at a home in Del City.

“Information from this investigation indicates there may be other victims of Lewis. We want to let these victims know they don’t have to be afraid to come forward. Victims can remain anonymous, and help is available.” said OBN Director Donnie Anderson.

Resources can be found by visiting OBN’s “YOU ARE NOT ALONE” page at obndd.ok.gov.